What is the current water temperature in Mombasa?

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 27.07°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

80.7

°F

October 19, 01:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.5°F

Tomorrow:

80.7°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

12 h. 13 min.

Mombasa in October

Minimum:

80.1°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

83.9°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, the water temperature is 80.7°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.5°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 5	80.6°F	79.1°F	79.4°F
Oct 6	81.0°F	79.0°F	79.5°F
Oct 7	81.0°F	79.7°F	79.5°F
Oct 8	80.3°F	79.6°F	79.4°F
Oct 9	80.9°F	79.7°F	79.6°F
Oct 10	81.0°F	79.6°F	79.7°F
Oct 11	81.4°F	79.4°F	79.7°F
Oct 12	81.1°F	79.7°F	79.9°F
Oct 13	80.7°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
Oct 14	81.1°F	79.4°F	79.9°F
Oct 15	80.9°F	79.2°F	79.9°F
Oct 16	81.1°F	79.8°F	80.0°F
Oct 17	80.7°F	79.4°F	80.0°F
Oct 18	80.5°F	79.8°F	80.0°F
Oct 19	80.7°F	80.2°F	80.2°F
Oct 20	80.7°F	80.0°F	80.1°F
Oct 21	80.6°F	80.1°F	80.0°F
Oct 22	80.9°F	80.3°F	80.3°F
Oct 23	81.0°F	80.6°F	80.4°F
Oct 24	81.0°F	80.5°F	80.4°F
Oct 25	81.0°F	80.2°F	80.4°F
Oct 26	81.1°F	79.9°F	80.5°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.3°F in Winter, 83.7°F in Spring, 79.2°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.